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Constantia Constantinou Library Director, Department Chair

Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea. Constantia Constantinou Library Director, Department Chair. Stephen B. Luce Library aboard Training Ship Empire State VI Maritime College, State University of New York, USA . Maritime College – State University of New York.

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Constantia Constantinou Library Director, Department Chair

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  1. Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Library Director, Department Chair Stephen B. Luce Library aboard Training Ship Empire State VI Maritime College, State University of New York, USA

  2. Maritime College – State University of New York Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  3. Assessment at SUNY Maritime College • Middle States Commission on Higher Education • SUNY Cyclical Assessment Program • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology) • U.S. Coast Guard License Programs Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  4. Information Literacy "Information literacy is an intellectual framework for identifying, finding, understanding, evaluating and using information … ” Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  5. Education at Sea • To provide an understanding of shipboard organization • To develop a full appreciation of the principles of command • 3. To supplement ashore classroom instruction in professional subjects through practical application aboard the training ship at sea • 4. To promote an understanding, through practical experience, leadership, teamwork, techniques, and technical skills required to manage and operate a vessel efficiently, safely • 5. To enhance cultural and professional backgrounds through as many contacts with the geography, history, and national distinctions of other countries and peoples Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  6. Library Afloat Library Space 2,400 square feet. Deck four of TSES VI Capacity 50 people Shelving 7,000 books and magazines Computer Area networked computer stations Librarian’s Station workstation; network server; audio/visual equipment; ready reference collections Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  7. Access to e-Maritime Resources • Bowditch Practical Navigator • List of Lights • International Code of Signals • Code of Federal Regulations • Pilot Charts • Sailing Directions • Radio and Radar Navigation • Sight Reduction Tables Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  8. Reference and Assessment : Methodology • Sample 25% of student FTE • Standardized test as measuring instrument • Set assessment scales at: • exceeds expectations (grade 90-100%) • meets expectations (grade 70-89%) • approaches expectations (grade 60-69%) • not meeting expectations (grade 0-59%) Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  9. Results Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  10. Sample of Reference Questions - Engineering • Engineering drafting symbols • Engineering materials for hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid dynamics/control • What reference books we have in Marine Engineering. • Metals and galvanic action • Drawings and plans of the training ship • Ship stern and bow designs Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  11. Sample of Reference Questions - Seamanship • Marine firefighting • Lifeboats • Cadets seeking ship’s safety manual • Lifeboat SOLAS symbols • IMO symbols used at fire and emergency stations • Proper procedure to follow for lowering a life raft • CFR for lifeboat requirements and use • Use of the Jane’s Merchant Ships • Blinking Light program • Information on Salvaging • STCW Training materials Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  12. Categories of Questions at Sea Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

  13. Future Directions • Increase assessment procedures (online; pre-post tests) • Include pedagogical techniques targeting below average students • Increase collaborative efforts between librarian and teaching faculty Evaluating and Assessing Maritime Student Learning Outcomes at Sea Constantia Constantinou Maritime College, SUNY :: September 2011

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